新核心综合学术英语UNIT1

1、综合学术英语教程综合学术英语教程 1上海交通大学出版社上海交通大学出版社Unit 1 Global Warming Learning objectivesIn this unit, students are expected to:1.acquire background information related to global warming.2. skim for main ideas and scan for specific details. 3. process and integrate information from different sources. 4. paraphr

2、ase mid-long and complex sentences. 5. communicate ideas on the topic via writing and speaking. 6. conduct an individual or group project. Part I Suggested projectslBrainstorm, narrow down the topic, then choose a focus;lSearch for information (articles, report, pictures, videos, etc.) from English

3、sources;lProcess the information, and choose examples and details to support the aspects that are to be presented;lWrite a report with the information selected, and make a multimedia presentation of the report in class;lDesign quizzes or Q & A section for the presentation. Recommended steps to d

4、o the project are:Part I Suggested projectsl various causes of global warming l the impact of global warming on the environment l long-term effects of global warming l How the climate changed over the past decadesl climate change and agriculture linternational policies in response to global warming

5、lrecommendations for addressing the problemKey topic areas are: Listen to Part 2 of Listening 2 and answer the questions below. Unit 5 Art91) leave lights on when we are not in the room, switch off the TV by the remote turn on the heater when we could put on an extra layer of clothing turn on the ai

6、r conditioner when we could open the window and turn on a fan. 2) air conditioners, washing machines laptop, desktopBecause they use less electricity and water, hence there are few CO2 impactsWasting time and producing CO2 emissionsUnit 1 Part III Listening 2Listen to Part 3 of Listening 2 and compl

7、ete the following paragraph.10useless; water; which; fight; business; benefits; effective; employersUnit 1 Part III Listening 210Questions for Reading 3Why are the politics of global warming complex?Whats the final goal of the Convention?What is the requirement mentioned in the Convention?What was t

8、he policy proposed by G77? And whats the basis for the policy?Whats the content of Kyoto Protocol?Whats Copenhagen Accord about?Whats Cancun conference about?2. Paraphrase each of the sentences below by using as many synonyms as possible. Model 1 The experiment produced an unexpected result.The expe

9、riment generated an unexpected outcome.Model2Immediate measures should be taken to reduce impact in the atmosphere carbon dioxide emissionsWe should take urgent action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions Unit 1 Part V Writing 1) Greenhouse gases have a great effect in the air. Greenhouse gases have a

10、 large impact on the air.2) They even dont want to call for tiny reductions in emission when asked. They even refuse to make the called-for tiny cutbacks in emissions 3) Despite some politicians, almost all people agree that global warming is inevitable. In spite of some politicians, the overwhelmin

11、g consensus is that global warming can be avoided.Unit 1 Part V Writing 4) It is agreed that the polluting effect of human activities is responsible for global warming. It is agreed that global warming results from the polluting impact of human activities. 5) As a result, all animals will find no pl

12、ace to live. Consequently, all creatures are left without shelter.6) Not only will natural world be affected, worlds economy is also threatened. Apart from the effects on natural world, the worlds economy is also at risk.Unit 1 Part V Writing 7) The practice has been only the human desire for more w

13、ealth. The practice has never been anything other than human constant thirst for more wealth.8) The proposal failed to be accepted simply because of its violation of human rights The proposal was rejected on the basis that it violated human rights.3. Paraphrase each of the sentences below according

14、to the models.Model 1If greenhouse gas emissions are not reduced, things are going to get very bad indeedWithout a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions things are going to get very bad indeedModel 2No one should ignore global warming which affect human future No one should ignore global warming and

15、 its effect on human future.Unit 1 Part V Writing 1) The only way to solve the problem is to find a different fuel source. The only solution to the problem is an alternative fuel source.2) So people, plants, and animals would die if they would be greatly exposed to all the light and heat. Heavy expo

16、sure to all the light and heat will cause people, plants, and animals to die.Unit 1 Part V Writing 3) It is important that we should not interfere in the climate system. It is crucial to prevent human interference with the climate system.4) The developed world should contribute greatly so that human

17、 beings can survive in the future. The developed world should make a great contribution for human survival in the future. 5) If we fail to achieve the goal, we have to face a terrible future. The failure to achieve the goal will lead to a terrible future.4. Read the paragraphs taken from this unit a

18、nd summarize each of them using one sentence only. Unit 1 Part V Writing 1) Apart from carbon dioxide, the other greenhouse also affect the environment.2) With too many greenhouse gases, however, the light and heat will harm plants, animals and people. Answers for reference :3) Sometimes the greenho

19、use effect can make the earth appropriate for people to live on. 5. Read the following paragraphs and underline the topic sentences (add one if it is absent) Unit 1 Part V Writing 1) These days lifestyles seem to change fast. 2) Honesty was seen as an important part of the American character. Answer

20、s for reference :3) Good manners are important, but ways of expressing good manners are different from country to country. 4) Fear is often a most useful emotion.5) Everywhere man is altering the balance of nature.2. Fill in the following blanks with words and sentences given below. Change the forms

21、 where necessary. impact 2. consensus 3. expose 4. reproducing 5. prospect 6. associating 7.prominent 8. descendant 9. subsequent 10. bleak 11. dramatically 12. vicious Keys for reference:Unit 1 Part V Integrated exercises3.Guess the meaning of the following words and then add more words using the s

22、ame prefix or suffix. Share your answers with the class. Unit 1 Part V Integrated exercises1) regain reappear recycle rediscover rearrange2) dichromatic dilemma dichotomize diatomic disyllable3) length strength width breadth truth4) interpersonal international internet interactive interview5) genero

23、us courageous vigourous virtuous spacious6) eco-friendly eco-awareness eco-tourism eco-efficiency eco-drive7) preview prehistory preschool prepay prejudge8) sharpen deepen lengthen shorten broaden9) forefather foresight foresee foretell forebear10) Telephone telescope telegram teletext telecommunica

24、tion Keys for reference:4. Tick off those words or phrases which can not collocate with the head word.Unit 1 Part V Integrated exercises1) lack in 2) new environment 3) of government; to construct 4) with thought 5) the action 6) a drug deal; to each other 7) come across an 8) language; source 9) to

25、 increase cost 10) one with one Keys for reference:5. Find synonyms in the box below of the following words as many as possible.Unit 1 Part V Integrated exercises1) region: area, district, field, section, domain, sector2) adapt: adjust, accustom, suit, arrange, accommodate, alter, change3) issue: qu

26、estion, problem, subject, topic, matter, controversy4) impact: effect, influence, power, consequence5) arise: occur, result, stem, appear, derive, emerge6) reduce: cut, decrease, lessen, weaken, diminish7) goal: aim, objective, purpose, end, target8) particularly: especially, unusually, exceptionall

27、y, distinctly9) entirely: fully, completely, totally, utterly, thoroughly, wholly10)powerful: forceful, impressive, influential, compelling, leading Keys for reference:7.Complete the following statements with phrases from the box. You may change the phrases according to the Chinese given.Unit 1 Part

28、 V Integrated exercises 1) There are many predictions, but the evidence is now irrefutable: droughts occur more often than in the last year (不可辩驳的事实是：干旱比起往年频繁出现) 2) We are not sure where the controversy lead, but what is certain is that it reflects the change in peoples idea. (唯一能够确定的是这反映了人们思想的改变)3)

29、 (许多人都认识到有必要发现地球变暖的主要原因) Many people recognize the need to find the leading cause of global warming in spite of different voices about the its effects. Unit 1 Part V Integrated exercises 4) Although the government has taken various measures in the financial crisis, the overwhelming consensus is that prospects look bleak indeed. ( 绝大多数人 普遍认为前景依然非常惨淡)5)（毫无疑问）There is absolutely no question that if the global eco-system collapses, the worl